Valdez

Meaning

Dweller in the valley.

Etymology

A variant spelling of Valdes, from Spanish 'val' (valley) with the locative suffix '-ez'. This form became particularly common in Mexico and the southwestern United States.

About the Valdez Surname

The most common spelling variant of Valdes in Mexico and the American Southwest. The surname reflects the historical settlement patterns of Spanish colonization in these regions.

Distribution

Mexico, United States (particularly southwestern states), Spain, and Central America.

Notable Bearers

Luis Valdez (playwright/filmmaker), Wilmer Valdez (boxer)

People with the Valdez Surname